Z06 or Grand Sport?
10-27-2016, 04:47 PM
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10-27-2016, 04:48 PM
#123
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Let me chime in here. I can't defend my purchase last year. I discovered I'm addicted to horsepower and should have bought a Z06. And since my wife has become fond of my base LT1, she can have it. When we move down to Arizona this coming spring or summer I'm going to buy a 2017 Z06 LT2. Now as far as the GS, I think it's great, but I'm not going to track the car so I don't have to worry about overheating, etc. I will drag race the car though and use WOT as much as possible. That's how I get my cookies now days, so looking forward to it. Should have bought a Z06 in the first place. 
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10-27-2016, 04:55 PM
#124
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Let me chime in here. I can't defend my purchase last year. I discovered I'm addicted to horsepower and should have bought a Z06. And since my wife has become fond of my base LT1, she can have it. When we move down to Arizona this coming spring or summer I'm going to buy a 2017 Z06 LT2. Now as far as the GS, I think it's great, but I'm not going to track the car so I don't have to worry about overheating, etc. I will drag race the car though and use WOT as much as possible. That's how I get my cookies now days, so looking forward to it. Should have bought a Z06 in the first place.
10-27-2016, 04:57 PM
#125
Let me chime in here. I can't defend my purchase last year. I discovered I'm addicted to horsepower and should have bought a Z06. And since my wife has become fond of my base LT1, she can have it. When we move down to Arizona this coming spring or summer I'm going to buy a 2017 Z06 LT2. Now as far as the GS, I think it's great, but I'm not going to track the car so I don't have to worry about overheating, etc. I will drag race the car though and use WOT as much as possible. That's how I get my cookies now days, so looking forward to it. Should have bought a Z06 in the first place.
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10-27-2016, 05:04 PM
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10-27-2016, 05:22 PM
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...And I agree with you completely. Psychologically, there is a need for some people to justify their beliefs and actions on a Forum, such as this. For them to simply say they "didn't want to spend the money" or "that much horsepower is more than I need or want" or any other statement that is simply a comment and not a wise crack about another purchaser's decision, they just can't do it. It's very obvious, with the comments being thrown out about overheating and cooling system issues, these posters really haven't a clue as to what they are talking about. Beyond that, it infers a tinge of jealousy against the Z06 crowd for buying the premier model of the Corvette line. It's a real shame these guys act so childish. If you like the GS, just buy it, forget the Z06. Heck, besides the simple side badging markers these 2 cars have, there is principally no exterior difference between the two vehicles....one has a bigger engine and some other drivetrain differences. And believe it or not, neither one has a cooling system problem for the typical end user profile which accounts for 75%+ of the Corvettes sold. Lighten up guys, if you want a GS, just buy it and enjoy it.
10-27-2016, 05:30 PM
#128
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10-27-2016, 06:19 PM
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10-27-2016, 07:05 PM
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10-27-2016, 07:14 PM
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10-28-2016, 02:18 AM
#135
Instructor
Wow. I read the whole thread...
My car's faster, no MY CAR's faster!...
I'm not taking sides, but if you define faster as straight line, power helps and Z06 will be more fun. If you define faster by exit speed, get either car w/ Z07 package, but GS will be more fun.
Interesting point to bring up to the annoying Z06 owner that keeps insisting that GS is a lesser car: I'd bet a GS with Z07 will beat a Z06 without Z07 on just about any track.
Just saying its not so cut and dry.
EDIT: PS - People keep saying the GS is a Z51 with a wide body. It's not.
Wider body is huge btw - wider tires, better lateral G and cornering, reduced roll.
GS Adds: Z06 Brakes. Z06 Structural reinforcements. Z06 Cooling. Z06 Aero.
You can't get Z07 package on a Z51.
My car's faster, no MY CAR's faster!...
I'm not taking sides, but if you define faster as straight line, power helps and Z06 will be more fun. If you define faster by exit speed, get either car w/ Z07 package, but GS will be more fun.
Interesting point to bring up to the annoying Z06 owner that keeps insisting that GS is a lesser car: I'd bet a GS with Z07 will beat a Z06 without Z07 on just about any track.
Just saying its not so cut and dry.
EDIT: PS - People keep saying the GS is a Z51 with a wide body. It's not.
Wider body is huge btw - wider tires, better lateral G and cornering, reduced roll.
GS Adds: Z06 Brakes. Z06 Structural reinforcements. Z06 Cooling. Z06 Aero.
You can't get Z07 package on a Z51.
Last edited by angryBits; 10-28-2016 at 02:27 AM.
10-28-2016, 02:25 AM
#136
Racer
Wow. I read the whole thread...
My car's faster, no MY CAR's faster!...
I'm not taking sides, but if you define faster as straight line, power helps and Z06 will be more fun. If you define faster by exit speed, get either car w/ Z07 package, but GS will be more fun.
Interesting point to bring up to the annoying Z06 owner that keeps insisting that GS is a lesser car: I'd bet a GS with Z07 will beat a Z06 without Z07 on just about any track.
Just saying its not so cut and dry.
My car's faster, no MY CAR's faster!...
I'm not taking sides, but if you define faster as straight line, power helps and Z06 will be more fun. If you define faster by exit speed, get either car w/ Z07 package, but GS will be more fun.
Interesting point to bring up to the annoying Z06 owner that keeps insisting that GS is a lesser car: I'd bet a GS with Z07 will beat a Z06 without Z07 on just about any track.
Just saying its not so cut and dry.
10-28-2016, 02:36 AM
#137
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10-28-2016, 02:40 AM
#138
Instructor
Are you saying you think a base Z06 is faster around a track than a GS Z07 -- both in the hands of a decent driver?
I really don't think so.
10-28-2016, 05:30 AM
#139
Le Mans Master
Wow. I read the whole thread...
My car's faster, no MY CAR's faster!...
I'm not taking sides, but if you define faster as straight line, power helps and Z06 will be more fun. If you define faster by exit speed, get either car w/ Z07 package, but GS will be more fun.
Interesting point to bring up to the annoying Z06 owner that keeps insisting that GS is a lesser car: I'd bet a GS with Z07 will beat a Z06 without Z07 on just about any track.
Just saying its not so cut and dry.
EDIT: PS - People keep saying the GS is a Z51 with a wide body. It's not.
Wider body is huge btw - wider tires, better lateral G and cornering, reduced roll.
GS Adds: Z06 Brakes. Z06 Structural reinforcements. Z06 Cooling. Z06 Aero.
You can't get Z07 package on a Z51.
My car's faster, no MY CAR's faster!...
I'm not taking sides, but if you define faster as straight line, power helps and Z06 will be more fun. If you define faster by exit speed, get either car w/ Z07 package, but GS will be more fun.
Interesting point to bring up to the annoying Z06 owner that keeps insisting that GS is a lesser car: I'd bet a GS with Z07 will beat a Z06 without Z07 on just about any track.
Just saying its not so cut and dry.
EDIT: PS - People keep saying the GS is a Z51 with a wide body. It's not.
Wider body is huge btw - wider tires, better lateral G and cornering, reduced roll.
GS Adds: Z06 Brakes. Z06 Structural reinforcements. Z06 Cooling. Z06 Aero.
You can't get Z07 package on a Z51.
10-28-2016, 10:36 AM
#140
Le Mans Master
For myself, the decision between the Grand Sport or the Z06 would be all about economics. Even though I don't drag race or track, if money was not an object....I would go with the Z06! LOL money is an "object" with me, so I went with a new leftover '16 Stingray Convertible at 20% off sticker. I originally wanted a 1LT GS, but that too was more than I could afford! Either way you go...both are Great Corvettes!
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